Summary
Expected to arrive in the second half of 2025, the new second-generation BMW iX3 will be the first model in BMW’s ‘Neue Klasse’ programme.
‘Neue Klasse’ is a name that BMW enthusiasts will be familiar with, as it refers to a BMW saloon range launched in the 1960s that was so influential that it influenced BMW’s design and engineering principles for the next 40 years. As the company moves into a more sustainable, EV-dominated, era in the 2020s, BMW has revived the name for its latest models.
As such, the second-generation iX3 will kick off BMW’s new approach to “aesthetics, technology, and sustainability”, with a dramatically new look both inside and out. This will be followed by the next BMW 3 Series and then other models in the family over time, with a total of 40 new or updated models by 2027. The Neue Klasse programme is the biggest investment in BMW’s history.
The production version of the new BMW iX3 has yet to be revealed, so the pictures on this page are of the BMW Vision Neue Klasse X concept car that was shown off last year. The final production version certainly looks very similar overall, with only minimal visible changes.
Unlike the current iX3, which is based on the same foundations as the conventional X3 model, the new iX3 will be built on a dedicated all-electric platform. This includes new 800-volt battery tech that BMW says will be able to provide around 186 miles of battery range after just ten minutes of charging.
The Car Expert‘s editor, Stuart Masson, was invited to attend an exclusive preview of the new iX3, months before its public reveal at the Munich motor show in September, and we can confirm that it is, indeed, a dramatic leap for BMW. We’ll have more information as the embargo dates allow.
One big area of attention for BMW’s Neue Klasse programme has been in the area of sustainability. The new iX3 dramatically increases the use of secondary (recycled) materials in both the vehicle structure and fittings. For example, 80% of the cast aluminium components in the vehicle chassis are made from recycled aluminium, while many of the interior textiles (like the seat upholstery, carpets and headlining) are made from 100% recycled textiles.
The approach to sustainability also goes beyond material selection for look and feel, but also how those materials can be broken down afterwards. All of the seating materials, for example, can be recycled together rather than having to be separated, which reduces the time, cost and energy required to process it.
The battery cells require about 40% less CO2 in their production than those in the previous iX3, while overall production reduces CO2 emissions by about two-thirds. This means that lifetime CO2 ‘break-even point’ compared to a petrol X3 is about 12,000 miles based on the average European energy mix. In the UK, this should be even less. After 120,000 miles, the iX3 is likely to have saved about 30 tonnes of CO2 relative to a petrol X3 based on today’s European energy supplies.
We will continue to update this page as we get more information about the new iX3 in coming weeks, so check back regularly for all the latest information.
Key specifications
Body style: Medium SUV/crossover
Engines: electric motor, battery-powered
Price: TBA
Launch date: Autumn 2025
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA
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As of August 2025, we don’t have any reviews of the upcoming next-generation iX3. We expect to see first reviews published not long after the final production version is revealed in September, with the first local reviews in early 2026.
Safety rating
Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP
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As of August 2025, the new BMW iX3 has not been assessed by Euro NCAP.
Eco rating
Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP
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As of August 2025, the BMW iX3 has not been assessed by Green NCAP.
The Green NCAP programme measures exhaust pollution (which is zero for an electric car) and energy efficiency. Electric cars are much more energy-efficient than combustion cars, so the iX3 is likely to score very highly in Green NCAP testing whenever it ever takes place. Check back again soon.
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As of August 2025, we don’t have independently verified data available for the new BMW iX3. Check back again soon.
Reliability rating
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No reliability rating
The BMW iX3 is a brand-new car on an all-new platform, so we won’t have any benchmark reliability data available for years to come.
The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using workshop and extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy, sourced from both official dealerships and independent workshops.
As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the iX3, we’ll publish the results here.
Warranty rating
New car warranty information for the BMW iX3
| New car warranty duration | 3 years |
| New car warranty mileage | Unlimited miles |
| Battery warranty duration | 8 years |
| Battery warranty mileage | 100,000 miles |
BMW’s standard new car warranty is not much better than the bare minimum offered by car companies in the UK, running for three years, with no limit on mileage.
In addition to the standard new car warranty, there’s an eight-year/100,000-mile warranty for the battery components.
If you’re looking to buy a used car that is approaching the end of its warranty period, a used car warranty is usually a worthwhile investment. Check out The Car Expert’s guide to the best used car warranty providers, which will probably be cheaper than a warranty sold by a dealer.
Recalls
Official DVSA safety recalls that have been issued for the BMW iX3
As of August 2025, there not have been any DVSA vehicle safety recalls affecting the BMW iX3 (which is entirely unsurprising as it’s not yet on sale). However, when the car eventually arrives in the UK this may change.
You can check to see if your car has any outstanding recalls by visiting the DVLA website or contacting your local BMW dealer.
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